Job summary
Band 5 Staff Nurses - Cardiac Intensive Therapy Unit
We are seeking Registered Nurses who possess the vision and motivation to help us move cardiac care at Blackpool into a new rapidly changing and exciting future.
Successful applicants will gain experience in all aspects of cardiothoracic intensive and high dependency. We are recruiting staff nurses to work in our Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care / High Care Unit. The unit provides 24 beds at level 2 and 3 acuity for patients who have undergone cardiac and thoracic surgery. These posts are suitable for newly qualified nurses or experienced nurses who are seeking to gain valuable experience working in this challenging environment. You must be forward thinking, enthusiastic and have a desire to make a difference when providing patient care.
Enquires regarding the post or for an informal visit please contact Sr Carol Howley , or Sr Sharon Clitheroe, Ward Managers, Cardiac ITU, Tel. 01253 957796. Email carol.howley@.nhs.net or sharon.clitheroe@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
Care of patients following cardiac or thoracic surgery in a level 2 or level 3 setting. Cardiac ITU is a busy and fast paced environment. Teamwork and communication is the key to our working effectively.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Accountable within the healthcare team to ensure that the standard of nursing care is of a high level, quality being of prime importance. To adhere to and practice within the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code of Professional Conduct. Ensure adherence to agreed Trust policies. The post-holder will be called upon, occasionally to take charge of the ward/area.
Please ensure that you have read the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Accountable within the healthcare team to ensure that the standard of nursing care is of a high level, quality being of prime importance. To adhere to and practice within the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code of Professional Conduct. Ensure adherence to agreed Trust policies. The post-holder will be called upon, occasionally to take charge of the ward/area.
Please ensure that you have read the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse (1st Level)
Desirable
- Post Registration qualification
- Willingness to undertake teaching and assessing qualification
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development
SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to establish priorities
- Team Player & Team Leadership qualities
- Assertiveness
- Good time management
- Basic I.T. skills
- Decision maker
- Communicate at all levels
- Problem solver
- Lateral thinker
- Basic Life Support
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse (1st Level)
Desirable
- Post Registration qualification
- Willingness to undertake teaching and assessing qualification
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development
SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to establish priorities
- Team Player & Team Leadership qualities
- Assertiveness
- Good time management
- Basic I.T. skills
- Decision maker
- Communicate at all levels
- Problem solver
- Lateral thinker
- Basic Life Support
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
